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STANDARD Chemistry Ionisation Potential MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium

Which of the following relation is correct with respect to first (I) and second (II) ionisation potentials of sodium and magnesium

A

Iₘg = Iₙₐ

B

Iₙₐ = Iₘg

C

Iₘg > Iₙₐ

D

Iₙₐ > Iₘg

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

The first ionisation potential of sodium is less than that of magnesium, but the second ionisation potential of sodium is greater due to the removal of an electron from a stable noble gas configuration.

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